Native Child Welfare and Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA)

When

Noon – 1 p.m., Nov. 18, 2024

The Native Child Welfare and ICWA webinar series explores the history and significance of the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA), the ongoing challenges Native families face within the child welfare system, and strategies to uphold ICWA protections. This series aims to promote awareness and understanding while addressing key issues impacting Native children, families, and tribes, fostering a future where their rights are respected and their cultures preserved.

Attendees will come away from the series with a deeper understanding of:

  • The profound significance of the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) in safeguarding Native children, families, and their sacred cultural connections. 
  • Inspiring efforts and victories in protecting Native children’s rights and upholding the bonds between them, their families, and their tribes with personal experience. 
  • The vital role of organizations like Three Precious Miracles in providing direct support to Native families, offering cultural resources and community-driven programs that nurture healing and connection

Funding was made possible in part by the Arizona Developmental Disabilities Planning Council as part of the Native Center for Disabilities project. The Arizona Developmental Disabilities Planning Council is supported by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award totaling $1,500,930 with 100 percent funding by ACL/HHS. Council efforts are those of the grantee and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by ACL/HHS, or the U.S. Government.  The views expressed in written materials or publications and by any speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the ADDPC or the Administration for Community Living, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.

Contacts

Agnes Attakai